Fernando Alonso says Formula 1 needs "a referee to protect us" having hit out at the sport for having "no rules" and describing FIA race director Michael... read more »
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Fernando Alonso has come and out criticised Formula 1 race director Michael Masi as “too soft” following the final sector chaos in Q2, which resulted in a traffic jam of cars... read more »
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Fernando Alonso has launched a scathing attack on the FIA and Michael Masi, accusing the governing body's race director of being "too soft". read more »
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Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner says stewards should not apply potential penalties differently this weekend in Abu Dhabi, just because it is the final event of the... read more »
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After adding to his pre-race notes, Toto Wolff said he was happy to see Michael Masi make his rules clear for the season finale. read more »
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Verstappen and Hamilton will enter the final race of the season at the Yas Marina Circuit tied on points, setting up a winner-takes-all finale at the end of the 22-race... read more »
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Sebastian Vettel would still consider Michael Schumacher to be the greatest Formula 1 driver of all time even if Lewis Hamilton went on to win five more world championship titles. read more »
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Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have both dismissed any added fears ahead of the F1 season-finale after FIA race director Michael Masi reiterated points deductions are... read more »
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Sebastian Vettel will always view Michael Schumacher as F1's greatest ever driver, even if Lewis Hamilton wins an eighth title in Abu Dhabi. read more »
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Sebastian Vettel has declared Michael Schumacher will always be "the greatest" even if Lewis Hamilton 'wins five more championships'. read more »
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Aware of the potential for fireworks this weekend, Michael Masi has reminded drivers of the International Sporting Code. read more »
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Michael Masi has warned Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton tthey could be disqualified or lose points if they deliberately crash in Abu Dhabi. read more »
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In Jeddah a conversation between FIA race director Michael Masi and Red Bull's team manager Jonathan Wheatley over Max Verstappen giving back a position to title rival... read more »
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FIA race director Michael Masi has issued a reminder to Formula 1 title rivals Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton that points could be deducted at this weekend's Abu Dhabi... read more »
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FIA race director Michael Masi has sent a blanket warning of possible points deductions to drivers ahead of the championship showdown between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen... read more »
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Formula 1 Race Director Michael Masi has reminded drivers of the rules set out in the FIA's International Sporting Code, ahead of this weekend's title-deciding Abu... read more »
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Timo Glock says Michael Masi has a tough job on his hands to accurately oversee the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix given what is at stake. read more »
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Nikita Mazepin has triggered a meeting with FIA race director Michael Masi over poor driving standards in F1 qualifying sessions. read more »
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Toto Wolff has offered his support to FIA race director Michael Masi in the wake of criticism for his handling of a tempestuous Saudi Arabian Grand Prix but insisted F1 must... read more »
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The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix circuit will be tweaked but not massively changed for the race next year according to Michael Masi. read more »
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Formula 1 sporting director Ross Brawn has defended the way FIA race director Michael Masi handled last weekend's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. read more »
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After criticism for making an 'offer' to Red Bull, Ross Brawn has insisted race director Michael Masi followed the rules correctly in doing so. read more »
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However, FIA race director Michael Masi anticipates only "fine-tuning" being required ahead of the next event at the track in March.Drivers mainly had reservations... read more »
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Formula 1 Director of Motorsport Ross Brawn has praised Race Director Michael Masi over his handling of the controversial Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. During the 50-lap event,... read more »
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McLaren boss, Andreas Seidl admits that he is not a fan of the decision to broadcast Michael Masi's radio discussions with the teams. read more »
Japanese Grand Prix
29th of March 2026
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Russell | 51 |
| 2 | Kimi Antonelli | 47 |
| 3 | Charles Leclerc | 34 |
| 4 | Lewis Hamilton | 33 |
| 5 | Oliver Bearman | 17 |
| 6 | Lando Norris | 15 |
| 7 | Pierre Gasly | 9 |
| 8 | Max Verstappen | 8 |
| 9 | Liam Lawson | 8 |
| 10 | Arvid Lindblad | 4 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes | 98 |
| 2 | Ferrari | 67 |
| 3 | McLaren | 18 |
| 4 | Haas F1 Team | 17 |
| 5 | Red Bull Racing | 12 |
| 6 | Racing Bulls | 12 |
| 7 | Alpine | 10 |
| 8 | Audi | 2 |
| 9 | Williams | 2 |
| 10 | Cadillac | 0 |
